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Specialty Systems

Green roofs that can do so much more.

From managing storm water to growing fresh local produce, our specialty systems are designed for forward-thinkers looking for a green roof to do so much more.

Stormwater Management Roof

Maximum water retention

New municipal regulations and climate change have highlighted the need for responsible stormwater management. These custom roof systems are designed to capture stormwater and release it in a sustainable fashion.

Features:

  • Maximum water retention with no negative impact on the green roof vegetation

  • Option for timed water release

  • Compliant with most Canadian municipal codes

  • Addition of up to 55 L/m2 retention capacity

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Biodiversity Roof

Creating new habitats for local flora and fauna

Green roofs with flora and fauna in mind. Biodiverse green roofs have an ecological focus and are intentionally designed to provide habitat for a range of organisms. Suitable native plants with a range of microhabitats are the target. ZinCo green roof systems offer the flexibility to make this happen.

Features:

  • Low maintenance

  • Varying growing medium depths to mimic natural habitats

  • Stormwater captured provides water source for birds and insects

  • Nesting aids used to foster insect colonization

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Urban Climate Roof

Help cool cities by up to 2 degrees

System Build-up with maximum evaporation capacity helps you work to cool your city's micro-climate by up to 2 degrees.

Features:

  • Long lasting, low maintenance green roof assembly

  • Specially designed plant palette

  • Maximum water evaporation

  • Contributes to cooler, healthier cities

  • Can be integrated into stormwater and grey water harvesting system

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SolarVert®

Increased energy efficiency with lower costs

Green roofs combined with solar panels work in synergy. The full range of green roof benefits, with no roof penetrations and improved solar panel efficiency.

Features:

  • Improved solar performance

  • Various angles available

  • Green roof works as ballast to panels

  • No roof penetrations

  • Fully adjustable

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Urban Farming Roof

Fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs grown on a rooftop garden

As urban density increases, so does the need to grow food locally. The Urban Farming systems are designed to optimize fruit and vegetable growth (such as lettuce, onions, herbs, zucchini, eggplant, squash, cabbage, melons, strawberries and more...).

Features:

  • Floradrain FD40 is the ideal drainage layer for Urban Farming

  • Specially designed growing medium ZinCoblend-F provides necessary nutrients for optimal growth

  • Depth based on the fruits and vegetables you want to grow (200 - 400 mm)

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